ARTradeVerify frequently asked questions
What is ARTradeVerify (AR Trade Verify)?
ARTradeVerify, also searched as AR Trade Verify, is an Arkansas subcontractor compliance tool. It lets buyers, general contractors, and property managers search Arkansas contractor licenses, check commercial bid limits, and organize watchlists using public licensing-board records.
How do I verify an Arkansas contractor's license?
Search the contractor's name or license number on ARTradeVerify to run a public match preview. Use a one-off spot check or evidence PDF for a single award decision, or a paid buyer workspace for roster saved compliance history and repeat roster checks.
Where does ARTradeVerify get its contractor data?
ARTradeVerify organizes public Arkansas contractor licensing-board records into license status, classification, city, commercial bid-limit, and board coverage signals. Paid reports cite board sources so procurement teams can document diligence without confusing spot checks with repeat roster review.
Is ARTradeVerify free to use?
Public license match previews and compliance statistics are free. One-off paid reports unlock record-level evidence for a single decision; monthly workspaces unlock saved rosters, watchlists, repeat checks, and exports.
Does ARTradeVerify cover commercial bid limits?
Yes. ARTradeVerify surfaces each Arkansas contractor's commercial bid limit so general contractors and buyers can confirm a subcontractor is licensed for the dollar value of the work before awarding a bid.
When does an Arkansas contractor need a license?
Under the Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board, a commercial contractor license is required for commercial projects valued at $50,000 or more (any project that is not a single-family residence). A residential builder license is required to build a single-family residence costing more than $2,000 in labor and materials, unless an exception applies. ARTradeVerify helps buyers confirm a contractor holds the right license class for the project value.
How do I report an unlicensed or fraudulent Arkansas contractor?
Unlicensed or fraudulent contractor activity in Arkansas is handled by the Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board, part of the Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing. Use ARTradeVerify first to confirm whether a contractor is licensed and in good standing, then file a complaint with the board with that evidence in hand.